ELT-134: Introduction to Programmable Logic Controller

Course Description

This course will provide the fundamentals of a programmable logic controller (PLC). Hands-on instruction and industrial type applications of PLCs requiring relay ladder logic control and a study of automated manufacturing and the functions of PLCs in an industrial environment will be provided. Topics include components of a PLC, memory organization, discrete input/output, numbering systems, logic gates, Boolean Algebra, relay ladder logic, timers, counters, word level logic, and troubleshooting. The course includes two class hours, two laboratory hours.

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ELT-134 Sections for Spring 2026

With the following scheduling option(s)

2 Sections Offered

ELT-134, Section 105

CRN #35688
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

Nojan Bagheri Sadeghi

Seats Remaining

6

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 183
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Tuesday
2:00 pm - 3:40 pm
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 183
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Thursday
2:00 pm - 3:40 pm
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 183
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Tuesday
2:00 pm - 3:40 pm
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 183
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Thursday
2:00 pm - 3:40 pm

ELT-134, Section CC1

CRN #36692
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

Nojan Bagheri Sadeghi

Seats Remaining

12

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureTBAFeb 23rd, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Monday
1:30 pm - 3:35 pm
LaboratoryTBAFeb 23rd, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Wednesday
1:30 pm - 3:35 pm
Type Lecture
Location TBA
Date(s) Feb 23rd, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Monday
1:30 pm - 3:35 pm
Type Laboratory
Location TBA
Date(s) Feb 23rd, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Wednesday
1:30 pm - 3:35 pm